Synonym: agreement, apprehension, discernment, intellect, reason, savvy, sympathy. Similar words: misunderstanding, understand, misunderstood, outstanding, notwithstanding, undersell, funding, bystander. Meaning: [‚ʌndə(r)'stændɪŋ] n. 1. the cognitive condition of someone who understands 2. the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises 3. an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion 4. the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination. adj. characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy.
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61, His understanding of English is very good.
62, Success depends on a clear understanding of the problem.
63, He has a deep understanding of the environment.
64, Thorne nodded his understanding, smiling benevolently.
65, These people lack all understanding of scientific principles.
66, Fortunately for John, he had an understanding wife.
67, My understanding was that we would meet here.
68, We need a clear understanding of the problems involved.
69, They agreed to the changes on the understanding that they would be introduced gradually.
70, We had not set a date for marriage but there was an understanding between us.
71, We don't have a proper agreement, but we have an informal understanding, if you like. Sentencedict.com
72, We are looking for a better understanding between the two nations.
73, Because she is understanding, people around her confide in her.
74, This change of policy reflects a growing understanding of the extent of the problem.
75, Understanding these rare molecules will help chemists to find out what is achievable.
76, How can anyone so privileged have any understanding of the common man?
77, Students explore new ideas as they deepen their understanding of the subject.
78, Now you have an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of each other.
79, There's a big difference between understanding something and being able to explain it to others.
80, Her greatness lies in her deep understanding of human nature.
81, We are hoping to gain a better understanding of the underlying process.
82, This latest research represents a quantum leap in our understanding of the universe.
83, A sense of humour is prerequisite to understanding her work.
84, Naturally, such visits can allow only the most superficial understanding of prison life.
85, Human understanding is finite.
86, Scientists provided the key to understanding the genetic code that determines every bodily feature.
87, There is an unspoken understanding that Hugh will be in charge while Jeanne is away.
88, His comments are just abstract theory and show little understanding of the realities of the situation.
89, After spending a month living together, they have gained in understanding of each other.
90, It is helpful for family members to gain a basic understanding of the illness.
More similar words: misunderstanding, understand, misunderstood, outstanding, notwithstanding, undersell, funding, bystander, surrounding, under suspicion, founding father, underlying, undertaking, abound in, under, thunder, underway, founder, under way, plunder, undergo, overstatement, fall under, flounder, underlie, undercut, come under, ending, landing, first and foremost.